The house has a rich history, being associated with names such as Fairfax, Cromwell, and Turner.
The poet Edward Fairfax lived at nearby New Hall, now submerged under the waters of Fewston Reservoir, as did the knight Ferdinando Fairfax.
In the 17th century, the village was home to The Witches of Timble, who were accused of witchcraft by local poet Edward Fairfax, and tried but acquitted twice at York.
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